Couch Grass Root
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Couch Grass Root in TCM:

Explore the properties of Couch Grass Root according to Chinese
Nutrition and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM):



Temperature: cool

Channels: UB, KD, LV

Flavors: sweet, sour

Special Properties:
resolves water accumulations


In terms of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Couch Grass is known for its ability to regulate water.

In general the ancient Chinese medical texts cite that it enters the urine bladder, kidney, and liver. The flavor of Couch Grass is sweet and sour, and it is considered to be cool in temperature.

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